Exploring Art Song Lyrics
| Author | : Jonathan Retzlaff |
| Publisher | : Oxford University Press |
| Total Pages | : 577 |
| Release | : 2012-05-31 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9780199775330 |
| ISBN-13 | : 0199775338 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (338 Downloads) |
Download or read book Exploring Art Song Lyrics written by Jonathan Retzlaff and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 2012-05-31 with total page 577 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Drawing generously from four centuries of Italian, German and French art song, Exploring Art Song Lyrics embraces the finest of the literature and presents the repertoire with unprecedented clarity and detail. Each of the over 750 selections comprises the original poem, a concise English translation, and an IPA transcription which is uniquely designed to match the musical setting. Enunciation and transcription charts are included for each language on a single, easy to read page. A thorough discussion of the method of transcription is provided in the appendix. With its wide-ranging scope of repertoire, and invaluable tools for interpretation and performance, Exploring Art Song Lyrics is an essential resource for the professional singer, voice teacher, and student.
Top